Dura Kalagre - Rongram, West Garo Hills
Dura Kalagre is a village situated in the Rongram subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 16.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rongram and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dura Kalagre is 273585. The village falls under the 794002 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the North tura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dura Kalagre
According to the 2011 Census, Dura Kalagre village had a total population of 202 people, including 101 males and 101 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.25%, with male literacy at 95.65% and female literacy at 92.68%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 202.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 202 | 101 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 9 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 202 | 101 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 88 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 13 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Dura Kalagre
Dura Kalagre is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dura Kalagre
Public transport in the Dura Kalagre is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Dura Kalagre is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dura Kalagre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dura Kalagre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dura Kalagre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dura Kalagre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dura Kalagre
Where is Dura Kalagre located?
Dura Kalagre village is located in Rongram Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dura Kalagre?
The pincode of Dura Kalagre is 794002.
What is the population of Dura Kalagre?
Dura Kalagre had a total population of 202, including 101 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Dura Kalagre?
Dura Kalagre had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dura Kalagre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dura Kalagre was 94.25%. Male literacy was 95.65% and female literacy was 92.68%.